Wes Harris

The board meeting addressed financial performance, activity reports including air traffic, enplanement and deplanement metrics, and facility maintenance updates. Project reports were provided regarding the Snow Removal Equipment facility closeout and terminal expansion progress. Tenant updates included leadership changes at Trego-Dugan Aviation and an increase in FedEx flight operations. The board approved multiple resolutions, including a building lease agreement with Mainline Services, a lease amendment for Dingers Indoor Training Facility, an engagement letter for budget preparation services with Lutz & Company, and an auction agreement for surplus items. An executive session was held to discuss airline, lease, contract, and personnel negotiations.

The board reviewed financial reports, air traffic and operational activity, and project updates regarding the completed Snow Removal Equipment building and upcoming terminal expansion. Tenant reports highlighted growth and new repair capabilities at the airport. The board approved resolutions to accept a firefighter training grant and to enter into a recruitment agreement. Additionally, a legislative update was provided, and the board conducted an executive session regarding airline, lease, contract, and personnel negotiations.

The board reviewed financial, activity, and project reports, including the terminal expansion and snow removal facility progress. Several resolutions were approved concerning car rental concession agreements, an airport building roof replacement contract, and banking authority updates. A lease assignment and amendment were also approved. During the legislative update, the status of TSA funding and a proposed antenna tower development were discussed. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding various negotiations before adjournment.

The board meeting agenda includes the review of financial and operational reports, as well as several specific resolutions. Key items include the amendment of on-airport car rental concession agreements, the approval of agreements and lease assignments for various car rental entities, and handling formal protests related to these operations. Additional business involves awarding a bid for roof replacement, revising banking transition authorities, finalizing lease assignments, and authorizing the acceptance of FAA grant offers for terminal expansion. The board also plans to discuss legislative updates and conduct an executive session covering airline, lease, contract, and personnel negotiations.

The meeting included project reports concerning the snow removal equipment facility, which is estimated to be 70% complete and ahead of schedule, with a target completion date of April 10th. Discussions also covered the terminal expansion and passenger boarding bridge project scope negotiation. Updates on storage units indicated they are wrapping up minor punch list items, though concrete panel replacement may be necessary in the spring due to cracking. Financial reports, air traffic activity, and operations reports were reviewed. The Board approved the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) for 2026-2030, a lease agreement with Dingers Indoor Training Facility, LLC for Building 710 commencing December 1, 2025, and agricultural lease agreements for Farm Tracts A & E for 2026-2030. Additionally, service agreements were awarded for janitorial services at the terminal and administration buildings, and for fire alarm monitoring services with Electronic Systems, Inc., as the Hall County 911 center will cease monitoring these alarms. Legislative updates noted potential state budget challenges and a predicted federal government shutdown in February. The session concluded with an executive session to discuss negotiations, from which no decisions were made.